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Programme Detail: Master of Divinity

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Master of Divinity
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description The Master of Divinity is a professional degree designed for those who intend to work in the ministry. It consists of 72 semester credit hours, with courses in Theology, Biblical Interpretation, Biblical Languages, Ministry Formation, Intercultural Studies, Leadership, and Counseling.
Keywords Theology, Greek, Hebrew, Leadership, Ministry Formation, Pastor
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available United States / Hawaii
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Pastoral Care and Counselling; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Marriage and Family Guidance; Personal Life and Holiness / Introduction to the Christian Faith; Personal Life and Holiness / Integrating Faith, Life and Work; Personal Life and Holiness / Practical Skills and Fitness
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Masters
Cost Range From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000
Actual Cost 39,600
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 4 years
Average hours of study per week 20
Methods of instruction Weekly chapel, mentoring, small groups, lecture, reading, research, internet, multimedia, discussion groups, seminars, journal, practicum, projects
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 9 hours a week
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 3 hours a week
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 2 hours a week
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 10
Prerequisite Programmes Bachelor's degree
Other Prerequisites 2.5 Grade Point Average Agreement with the university's statement of faith
Qualifications gained Master of Divinity
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies